Tidbits

J.K. Rowling stands by her anti-trans rhetoric and says Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson, stars of the Harry Potter franchise, can “save their apologies.” She criticized them for speaking out against her hatred of trans people.

Caitlyn Jenner tweeted a “good riddance” message to O.J. Simpson following news of his death. The tweet sparked mixed reactions, with some criticizing Jenner’s own past involvement in a fatal traffic collision back in 2015.

Paramount is planning a live-action, R-rated film version of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin. It’s set in a dystopian future where only one Ninja Turtle remains, seeking revenge with all 4 signature weapons.

Disney+ has set a premiere date of May 31st for Idea Man, a Jim Henson documentary directed by Ron Howard. The film will explore Henson’s creative journey, including his success with Sesame Street & The Muppet Show.

CBS has renewed SWAT for an eighth season after previously un-canceling it, and then declaring the current season as its final one. The Shemar Moore-starring drama, which has a strong fan base, will return in 2024-25.

Jenna Dewan wants Channing Tatum to testify in their divorce trial, while Tatum requests both Dewan and her fiancé Steve Kazee as witnesses. The couple is still at odds over a financial settlement, including Magic Mike profits.

Apple TV+ renewed Monarch: Legacy of Monsters for a second season and is planning multiple spinoffs. The show tracks a family’s connection to the Monarch organization and the world of monsters. It got a positive reception.

Christopher Nolan’s film Interstellar is set to be re-released in IMAX format to celebrate its 10th anniversary. The movie earned over $700 million during its run at the box office and won an Oscar for Best Visual Effects.

Joaquin Phoenix has donated a signed Joker poster and a signed poster for You Were Never Really Here to the Cinema for Gaza auction, which has already raised over $200,000 for Medical Aid for Palestinians.